Master of Science [M.S] [Nurse Anesthesia] From Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Program Goals

Saint Mary?s University of Minnesota believes in building and developing on the baccalaureate base with emphasis on a strong scientific and technical background. With a focus on meeting the needs of adult learners, the program's goal is to provide a positive and supportive learning environment, preparing the professional nurse in the art and science of anesthesia and meeting the societal need for safe and competent anesthesia care. Graduates will be prepared to practice in a wide variety of settings and will learn diverse methods of administering a safe anesthetic.

The program provides the student with a curriculum that includes instruction in scientific principles and clinical practice with professional growth opportunities. Core values upheld by all members of this community include academic excellence, professionalism, personal integrity, responsibility, and compassion.

Exam Preparation

Graduates of this Saint Mary's program are eligible to take the Certification Examination offered by the?National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists. Upon successful completion of the exam, graduates are known as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

Additional Program

Saint Mary's also offers an M.S. in Nurse Anesthesia degree in conjunction with the?Minneapolis School of Anesthesia, offering students an alternative learning site and the opportunity to receive anesthesia instruction where classes and clinicals are offered simultaneously. Both programs feature curricula that are highly regarded in the industry and offer clinical instruction from professionals in the field.

Accreditation

The Nurse Anesthesia Program at Saint Mary?s University of Minnesota is accredited by the?Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs?(COA), 222 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge, IL 60068; (847) 655-1160, (http://home.coa.us.com). The program's next review by the COA is scheduled for May/October 2020.